Landlords
Landlord's responsibilities for pest control
Whether you are a landlord or a tenant, it’s not a pleasant experience dealing with a pest infestation. We look at landlord's and tenant's responsibilities for pest control.
The documents you need as a landlord
In this article, we’ve created an up-to-date landlord documents checklist to help you make sure you’ve got all of your paperwork covered.
Mitigation of loss: a guide for landlords and homeowners
If you are a landlord or homeowner, it’s a good idea to understand the requirements of your policy and the concept of ‘mitigation of loss’. We explain how it can help you avoid reducing or invalidating your insurance cover.
Landlord's guide to renting to tenants with pets
The proposed new legislation makes it likely that most landlords will no longer be able to refuse tenancies to pet owners. Read our landlord's guide to private renting to tenants with pets.
Guide to commercial landlord laws and regulations
A guide to all the law and regulations that commercial landlords need to know about.
What is a Section 8 notice?
Here, we look at Section 8 notices in more detail and the circumstances in which they can be used. For example, Section 8 notices are typically served when tenants are in arrears.
Who pays for building insurance on commercial property?
Who is responsible for insuring a commercial building? We answer landlord and tenant questions.
Multiple properties insurance: a brief guide
Do you have a portfolio of residential or commercial properties – or both? If so, you may be considering multi-property insurance. Our guide talks you through the different types of cover available to you.
Guide to landlord accreditation schemes and courses
In most parts of the UK landlord accreditation schemes and courses are not compulsory. Even so, growing numbers of landlords are signing up, keen to enjoy the benefits they offer.
Electrical checks for landlords | EICR report guide
Do you need an EICR report before you let out a property? Do you know the difference between Periodic Inspection Reports and Visual Inspection reports? Our guide to EICR for landlords answers these questions and more.
Right-to-rent checks
Under the right to rent scheme, landlords must check that prospective tenants have the right to live in the UK before renting out property. Failure to do so can result in heavy fines and even a prison sentence.
Guide to serviced accommodation
What is serviced accommodation, and is it a good investment for landlords? We look at the pros and cons and what insurance is required.